The New York Knicks have acted swiftly during the 2018 period of free agency. Mere hours after the wildest time of the NBA year commenced, the Knicks re-signed free agent center Luke Kornet to a one-year deal worth $1.6 million.
Less than 24 hours later, New York struck again with a signing that targets its need for an infusion of perimeter talent.
It was reported early on July 1 that the Knicks shared mutual interest with former Orlando Magic forward Mario Hezonja. The negotiations escalated quickly, as New York offered a portion of its Mid-Level Exception to the former top-five draft pick.